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2025 Snapshots
Amy Royal, CEO, the Royal Law Firm
A new year can feel like a reset, and many business professionals become rein- vigorated and motivated to seek new opportunities
upon its outset. Indeed, a new year cre- ates momentum toward building busi-
ness again. In looking for new growth opportunities for the Royal Law Firm in the new year, I have adopted a contin- ued mindset of thinking outside of the box.
Over the last year, we have seen sig- nificant growth through collaboration with our competitors. That approach could seem strange or even antithetical to creating new business opportunities; however, it has generated a new rev- enue stream while also leveraging top talent. One three-firm relationship we’re part of gives our clients a deep bench from which to draw across practice
areas and states. In an era of quality personnel shortages, another collabora- tive relationship has Royal Law Firm attorneys and paralegals serving as
the backroom to a Los Angeles-based, management-side labor and employ- ment firm.
Seeking out additional collaborative relationships in 2025 is a continued strategic goal of mine. It is also one that businesses in other industries can pig- gyback on.
Shannon Rudder, President and CEO, Martin Luther King, Jr. Family Services
In 2025, our pathway for- ward is clear — Martin Luther King, Jr. Family Services will shape futures and impact gen-
erations through strategic partner- ships and programs, solid infrastruc- ture and operations, and creating a diversified financial portfolio. We will continue to center youth voices, col- laborate intergenerationally, and steep ourselves in addressing systemic chal- lenges through a public-health and resiliency-informed lens.
With our collective reinvestment, MLKFS will grow as a cornerstone of Mason Square, continue to expand across the region, and be a beacon of Dr. King’s dream manifested through- out the Commonwealth.
Ashley Sullivan, President,
O’Reilly, Talbot & Okun
Regardless of what 2025 brings, I am confident in OTO’s resil- iency and ability to adapt as we have for the past 30
years. OTO will continue to focus on growth and strengthening our team by reinforcing company culture and val- ues, while offering flexibility, a space for authenticity, and clear communica- tion of responsibilities and goals; these are all essential in 2025.
Technology, AI, robotics, and data processing will continue to push us toward better solutions in the archi- tectural engineering and construction industry. However, I believe people will seek trusted human professionals, and it’s an opportune time for building a strong network of peers, advisors, consultants, and contractors.
Finally, while uncertainties exist around potential changes to environ- mental regulations and policies, a value-driven and thoughtful approach to managing impacted or improv-
ing poor-quality soils will remain a key component for both brownfields redevelopment and new development projects.
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